Passports

The Office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors is a designated passport acceptance facility and author Ized to receive passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. Our on-site passport agents can help you submit your passport application correctly to avoid any delays. Applications are then submitted to the U.S. Department of State to issue a passport. We also offer passport photos that are printed while you wait. Our office is unable to process passport renewals. Information about how to renew your passport is available on the U.S. Department of State's website


Hours of Operation

Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Passport services are available by appointment only. 

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Location

Sacramento County Department of Clerk of the Board
700 H Street, 6th Floor, Suite 6720A
Sacramento, CA 95814​

Parking

Sacramento County Public Parking Garage
725 7th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Public entrances located on the corner of 7th and G Streets
Parking validation provided at reception.



​Schedule an Appointment

To ensure prompt service, appointments are required. Please follow these steps:

  1. Online Appointment Scheduling: Visit our Appointment Scheduling Portal to select a date and time.
  2. Phone: Call our office at (916) 874-5451 to book an appointment.

Note: You can schedule an appointment up to 14 days in advance. Walk-ins are NOT accepted. Please arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled time.



Fees and Payment Information

​Passport Fees

Adult Applicants (Age 16 Years and Older)



Standard Processing
Passport Application Fee
Paid to the U.S. ​Department of State with a check or money order only​
Processing Fee
Paid to the Clerk of the Board with cash, check, or money order
Standard Mailing
Expedited Mailing
Return to You
Standard Mailing
Expedited Mailing
To Department of State
Passport Book $                130.00  $                151.36  $                 35.00  $                       61.35
Passport Card $                  30.00  $                 30.00*  $                 35.00  $                       61.35
Passport Book and Card $                160.00  $                181.36  $                 35.00  $                       61.35




Expediated Processing
Passport Application Fee
Paid to the U.S. Departme​nt of State with a check or money order only ​
Processing Fee
Paid to the Clerk of the Board with cash, check, or money order ​
Standard Mailing
Expedited Mailing
Return to You
Standard Mailing
Expedited Mailing
To Department of State
Passport Book $                190.00  $                211.36  $                 35.00  $                       61.35
Passport Card $                  90.00  $                 90.00*  $                 35.00  $                       61.35
Passport Book and Card $                220.00  $                241.36  $                 35.00  $                       61.35


Minor Applicants (Under Age 16) 



Standard Processing
Passport Application Fee
Paid to the U.S. Department of State with a check or​ money order only ​
Processing Fee
Paid to the Clerk of the Board with cash, check, or money order ​
Standard Mailing
Expedited Mailing
Return to You
Standard Mailing
Expedited Mailing
To Department of State
Passport Book $                100.00  $                121.36  $                 35.00  $                       61.35
Passport Card $                  15.00  $                15.00*  $                 35.00  $                       61.35
Passport Book and Card $                115.00  $                136.36  $                 35.00  $                       61.35




Expediated Processing
Passport Application Fee
Paid to the U.S. Depart​ment of State with a check or money order only​
​Processing Fee
Paid to the Clerk of the Board with cash, check, credit or debit card, or money order ​
Standard Mailing
Expedited Mailing
Return to You
Standard Mailing
Expedited Mailing
To Department of State
Passport Book $                160.00  $                220.00  $                 35.00  $                       61.35
Passport Card $                  75.00  $                75.00*  $                 35.00  $                      61.35
Passport Book and Card​
 $                175.00  $                235.00  $                 35.00  $                       61.35


*The Department of State does not use 1-2 day delivery services if you only applied for a passport card as they only send cards via First Class Mail.


Passport Photos

 Paid to the Clerk of the Board with a check or money order only
Two Standard Passport Photos
 Size 2" x 2"
 $                                                   15.00 ​



Payment Methods

U.S. Department of State Passport Application fees: 

  • Check or Money Order
  • No cash, no credit/debit card, no starter checks

Clerk of the Board fees: 

  • ​Cash or Check


Processing Time with Mailing Options

​Standard Processing

  • 6 to 8 weeks – no additional fees. Processing times begin the day we receive your application at our passport acceptance facility. This does not include mailing times which may add several weeks on to the door-to-door time it takes to receive your passport.

Expedited Processing

  • 2 to 3 weeks - $60 for each application. Processing times begin the day we receive your application at our passport acceptance facility. This does not include mailing times which may add several weeks on to the door-to-door time it takes to receive your passport.

Expedited Mailing

You may choose one or both of the following shipment options:

  • Delivering application to the Department of State: Pay for Priority Mail Express for faster shipping. The price for this service is $26.35.
  • Returning the passport to you: Pay $21.36 for 1–2-day delivery. This means you will receive your passport 1-2 days after the Department of State sends it. Include this fee with your check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State.
For more information on processing times please visit the U.S. Department of State's website.


What to Bring

Please ensure you have all necessary documents when you visit for passport services:
  • Completed DS-11 application form (do not sign it until instructed by the passport agent)
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship (e.g., birth certificate, naturalization certificate)
  • Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver’s license)
  • Passport photo (or use our on-site photo service)
  • Applicable fees (check or money order made payable to 'U.S. Department of State' and 'Sacramento County Clerk of the Board')

For minors under 16:
  • Both parents/guardians must be present
  • Child's birth certificate

The U.S State Department’s Passport website​ provides a list of Form and Documents needed for a successful application.​

Contact Us

For more information, please contact us at:

Passports@saccounty.gov

(916) 874-5451

700 H Street, Suite  6720
Sacramento, CA 95814